triacetin
Basic Information
| Field | Content |
|---|---|
| Chinese name | 三乙酸甘油酯(deepl翻译) |
| English name | triacetin |
| INS/E number | INS 1518 |
| Functional class | Carrier, Emulsifier, Humectant |
| Year adopted | 1999 |
| Approved by | Australia/New Zealand (FSANZ), European Union (EFSA) |
What is it?
triacetin (INS 1518) is a Carrier, Emulsifier, Humectant food additive. Used to carry, dilute or stabilise other additives or nutrients for easier dispersion and addition.Allows immiscible liquids (e.g. oil and water) to form a stable uniform system, improving texture.Used to retain moisture and prevent foods from drying out and hardening.
Source
Natural：E.g. maltodextrin, glycerol, vegetable oil.Some derive from natural raw materials (e.g. soy lecithin, egg-yolk phospholipids).Mostly naturally occurring polyols (e.g. glycerol, sorbitol).
Industrial：Including modified starches.Many are made by esterifying glycerol with fatty acids or further derivatisation (e.g. monoglycerides, spans, tweens).Produced by hydrogenation or fermentation processes.
Why is it used?
- Disperse additives evenly
- Ease dosing
- Improve stability
- Stabilise oil-water emulsions
- Improve mouthfeel and structure
- Prevent separation
- Retain moisture
- Maintain soft texture
- Prevent caking
Common Foods
- Flavours
- Colours
- Vitamin premixes
- Seasonings
- Margarine
- Ice cream
- Bakery
- Chocolate
- Sauces
- Confectionery
- Candied fruit
- Meat products
Safety
Mostly common food matrices, safe within permitted use.Largely metabolised in the gut; generally safe within permitted use; JECFA sets ADI where applicable.Safe within permitted use; excess sugar alcohols may have a laxative effect.
Metabolism：Metabolic pathways vary by substance; generally the material is metabolised or excreted normally.
Concerns：
- Use within permitted levels
- Sensitive individuals should check the ingredient list
Usage Standard
China：依据 GB 2760《食品安全国家标准 食品添加剂使用标准》确定使用范围与最大使用量；具体限值随食品类别而异。
International：
- China GB 2760 National Food Safety Standard for Uses of Food Additives：https://www.cfsa.net.cn/
- Codex GSFA General Standard for Food Additives：https://www.fao.org/food-safety/codex-alimentarius/en/
- FAO/WHO JECFA (Joint Expert Committee on Food Additives)：https://www.fao.org/food-safety/scientific-advice/jecfa/en/
- US FDA Substances Added to Food：https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/substances-added-food-previously-food-additive-status-list
- EU EFSA Food Additives：https://www.efsa.europa.eu/en/topics/topic/food-additives
In a nutshell
triacetin is a Carrier, Emulsifier, Humectant, safe for use in food production within permitted limits.
Disclaimer
The information provided here is for discussion and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice or an evaluation/rating of any product or ingredient. This information may not apply to you; before using or taking any action, you should contact the manufacturer, vendor, medical, dietary, fitness, or other professionals. If you use any information provided here, you do so at your own risk.